Adolescent substance use is a growing problem that causes a myriad of negative outcomes. Using substances during adolescence can lead to decreased executive functioning and is correlated with the top three causes of deaths for adolescents. Treatment options vary and the impact on outcomes are mixed, with engagement being of the most important indicators. Gaming is a popular activity among adolescents, and yet smartphone applications are relatively unexplored within substance use disorder treatment programs. This paper explores the feasibility and acceptability of implementing a mobile application as a supplement to existing adolescent substance use disorder treatment in a behavioral health agency in eastern Missouri. Feedback was received from staff and clients to assess feasibility and acceptability of implementation with barriers discussed. Results indicate there is promise with incorporation of smartphone-based applications into existing interventions and act as recommendations for other providers.

青少年药物滥用是一个日益严重的问题，会导致无数负面后果。青春期使用药物会导致执行功能下降，并与青少年死亡的三大原因相关。治疗方案各不相同，对结果的影响也各不相同，其中参与度是最重要的指标。游戏是青少年中的一项流行活动，但在药物滥用障碍治疗项目中，智能手机应用的探索相对较少。本文探讨了密苏里州东部行为健康机构实施移动应用程序作为现有青少年物质使用障碍治疗的补充的可行性和可接受性。我们收到了员工和客户的反馈，以评估实施的可行性和可接受性，并讨论了障碍。结果表明，将基于智能手机的应用程序纳入现有干预措施中并为其他提供商提供建议是有希望的。